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BEACH BASH: Sebastian the Ibis sprays a water gun at the crowd during ToppelFest as part of ‘Cane Kickoff. The UM mascot was seen at several events throughout the week, welcoming new canes onto campus.
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PAINT PARTY: Students hold up the U as they wait in anticipation for “DJ Paint Party,” part of the semester’s first Canes After Dark event. Hurricane Producations staff sprayed paint on the attendees as a DJ played music.
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Freshman Julia Mcaleavy arrived in Miami and was greeted by warm weather and an enthusiastic staff ready for move-in. Mcaleavy, along with the rest of the class of 2023, got settled into the freshman dorms this past week. Amid Target runs, first looks at their home for the next four years and goodbyes to parents, freshmen made their way through their first few days on campus. As students began to adjust to their new home, ‘Cane Kickoff began with ‘Canes Take Flight in the Watsco Center, where President Julio Frenk addressed welcomed new students and parents. President Frenk encouraged students to make the most of their time at the U. “Strive to make a difference on campus by being a leader, even in quiet ways. Your leadership and impact will create a legacy that will connect you to the Hurricane community forever,” Frenk said. Following the event, freshmen were ushered ushering freshman through a few jam-packed days of orientation meetings, informational sessions and social events to help
new ‘Canes learn more about the U and better prepare themselves for the semester ahead. Together, orientation groups attended various sessions aimed at helping students make the most of their first semester at UM. These sessions covered topics from alcohol education to mental health awareness. Samantha Fagan, a sophomore majoring in political science and anthropology, said she enjoyed her first year as an orientation fellow. Compared to her own orientation last year, Fagan said “the events were more engaging and more relevant.” Even though many of the same topics were covered in the information sessions, Fagan said she feels that the administration did a better job of gearing ‘Cane Kickoff 2019 towards students. However, Fagan reported various issues she and her floor of freshmen girls had with orientation’s coverage of sexual assault. “Mos of the students thought that it was not taken seriously,” Fagan said. Her orientation group had a long discussion after the event talking about their concerns with how both the content was displayed
and how other students behaved during the session. The session mostly covered scenarios of what to do if something happens, but students expressed concern to Fagan wishing that the event had “included how to prevent something from happening, how to spot red flags and examples of the different types of sexual harassment and assault,” Fagan said. In addition to the mandatory orientation information session that covered topics of sexual assault, all incoming students are required to complete an online course about alcohol education and sexual assault prevention. Outside of mandatory orientation events, students had the chance to attend sessions on more specific topics such as study abroad or greek life. Tommy Glyman, a freshman from Illinois, said he appreciated the variety of topics covered in orientation week. Through these sessions, students were able to tailor their orientation schedule to their own interests or relevant areas of focus. However, both freshman Mcaleavy and freshman Mickey Carton found the schedule too busy and a bit overwhelming.
Carton agreed that while orientation was fun and helped her get acclimated, the schedule seemed very demanding. “I would have liked more time to get settled in,” Carton said. During free time, Carton and her new-found friends explored the city, looking for frozen yogurt places and things to do around Miami. Carton, originally from New York City, said she chose UM to get the perks of living in another urban, multicultural environment. Due to busy orientation schedules and the hectic nature of moving in, Carton said her time to discover the city was cut short. “I would have liked more time to explore,” she said. For those that chose to spend more time on campus, UM provided several social events to help students engage with their fellow classmates and have some fun after hours of listening to various speakers and presentations. Throughout ‘Cane Kickoff, students had the chance to attend morning yoga sessions, Zumba classes and celebrations at both the Wellness Center and Toppel. Hurricane Productions hosted
multiple events during the week as well, including a night featuring a hypnotist at the Watsco Center, which Glyman said was really cool to see at a college campus. To conclude ‘Cane Kickoff 2019, students attended CaneFest in the Watsco Center and Fieldhouse, where over 200 student organizations were tabling to recruit new members. Several students said this was the most helpful part of the entire orientation experience. “CaneFest was the best because it showed us everything going on in one convenient spot,” Carson said. “I’m more of a visual person, so rather than listening to a million people talk, I liked looking at all the posters.” Mcaleavy said CaneFest helped her learn about clubs that would align with her health studies major and plans for medical school. Besides tons of free merchandise and useful information, students agreed that ‘Cane Kickoff helped cool their nerves for the first day of classes and upcoming semester. “Orientation made me feel more prepared because it gave me a week to figure my stuff out before I went into classes,” Glyman said.
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Construction update: Progress continues from summer into new semester By Naomi Feinstein Senior Editor
As the 2018-2019 school year wound down, multiple construction projects broke grounds around the University of Miami campus. Crews worked through the heat of a blazing Miami summer, making progress while campus was less crowded. Students returning to UM for the first time since last semester will notice a new construction zone at the Otto Richter Library. The project, which is expected to be completed by early November, aims to replace windows on the first floor and a half of the second floor. Once construction is complete, the entire facility will have hurricane-proof windows. Facilities Operations and Planning Associate Vice President Alex MacNamara said the initiative is a part of the university’s replacement and renewal project. “Our intent is for all of our buildings on our campus to have hurricane impact windows,” he said, citing a four-phase project aimed at making this goal a reality. The construction does not bar students from using the library. MacNamara said Facilities is working closely with the library administration to ensure student
safety and to minimize noise disturbances. Additionally, work on the new student village will continue throughout this academic year with an estimated completion date of May 2020. Currently, the university is working on completing the interior of the building and the landscaping. However, one summer project is running behind schedule. A rainy summer season meant new sod on the intramural fields behind Stanford Residential College could not be laid down as expected this week, causing delays in the project. “We are cautiously hoping to be using the new outdoor fields by the end of September or early October,” said Scott Levin, the executive director of the Herbert Wellness Center. “The good news is that the new drainage, irrigation and new energy-saving LED lights are all in place and ready to go. We need some dry weather to place the new sod, followed by a short period of growth so the new sod can take to the base material.” Due to the delay, some of the intramural sports will be switching semesters. But, in the meantime, the university is looking for alternative spaces for teams to practice. “We have been looking at local schools and parks for
possible alternative practice space,” Levin said, encouraging students to check the wellness center website for updates. “The great news is that UM and our students will have a beautiful, state-of-the-art field for all of our intramurals, club sports and general recreational use for future generations.
Another set of new features on campus this semester is the improved shuttle buses, which can hold more students to guarantee efficiency in transportation. All these projects aim to make sure students’ experiences are enhanced, said Jessica Brumley, facilities vice president.
“I think one of our biggest priorities is that we are here for the students. One of the things we pride ourselves on is not to be as intrusive as possible,” said Brumley. “For us, specifically the student experience is our primary driver and to improve the experience at the UM campus and in the Gables.”
More construction projects to come soon This past May, the university began construction on its new “one-stop-shop” student center adjacent to the Lowe Art Museum and Mahoney Pearson Dining Hall. The three-story, 30,000 square foot building will house student service departments, where students may make academic payments, receive information about financial aid and course registration, or acquire a Cane Card, amongst other services. The Camner Center for
Academic Resources will be moving from its location in the Whitten University Center to the second floor to this new student-oriented center. Most notably, the third floor will house the new counseling center to host various workshops and offer a range of mental health resources and support. The existing counseling center will be torn down to make room for a new entryway to the new student housing village. The center is on schedule to be completed by next summer.
There are also two exciting projects still in the planning stages, but construction for both are expected to begin next fall. One is the new Frost Institute of Science and Molecular Chemistry, which will be an 87,000 square foot research and lab facility dedicated to innovation. The second project is the Knight Recital Center that will be within the Frost School of Music campus, offering new performance areas and recital spaces for students.
Cameron Tavakoly // Photo & Visuals Editor CONSTRUCTION: Construction on the Richter Library, left, began over the summer and aims to install hurricane-proof windows on the first and second floors. Crews were also working on the new student housing village, right, this summer and have nearly completed the buildings’ exteriors.
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Meet the new UBS president, a ‘high-energy, loving person’ By Miles Griffith Contributing News Editor
Glen Howard Jr. is this year’s president of the United Black Students organization at the University of Miami. He has numerous goals, but first and foremost, he said he plans to create more programming that will “highlight the black community” “I want to put more programs on to get students outside of their rooms, especially freshmen,” he said. “I want to make sure the faculty and staff know the students of color and make sure that they have a good relationship. I just want to build on the foundation that was built before me by the former presidents.” Howard, who is a senior majoring in broadcast journalism, started at UM as a transfer student after getting his associates degree in mass communication from Miami-Dade College. His first interactions with UBS occurred during orientation, where he got to know other black students at the university. He attended the Horizons orientation program, which seeks to assist new multicultural students in their transition to UM. “That was the first time I saw that many black people on this campus,” Howard said.
During the Horizons program, Howard met someone who would help him connect with other students and get involved in UBS: Braylond Howard, who was the president of UBS at that time. She introduced him to other members of the organization and made sure he felt welcome, Howard said. Howard joined UBS soon after, working on the fundraising committee and then as treasurer. “I just wanted a whole family,” he said. “I came into the university not knowing anyone. I knew that even though we all had different paths, we all have the same destination that we’re trying to get to: graduation.” Reece Marcelle, the incoming treasurer to UBS, attested to Howard’s leadership skills, calling him “the most charismatic leader” she’d ever met. She also said he is “goal oriented” and “clear with all his expectations.” When describing his personality, many students said the same thing about Howard: he’s optimistic, high energy and care free. “He’s a fun person to be around, very lively and full of energy,” said Jori Opara, a senior computer science major. “He will bring the party to where he’s at.” Kathyrn Jones, who graduated this past May with a degree in anthropology, called Howard’s
personality “infectious.” But Howard said he wasn’t always perceived so positively. In fact, he recalled being unhappy with his high school life and said he didn’t particularly like who he was. “The person I am from high school to now is a whole 180,” he said. “I was just in a funk where I was tired of the same routine: go to school, come home, go to school, come home, hang out with friends sometimes.” Howard decided to make a change after getting to UM. He was determined to get out of the funk and make the most of his time here. “When I finally got here, I was like ‘it’s time for me to reinvent myself, but I don’t want to change myself and lose the core essence of what I am and the morals and values my parents gave me,’” he said. At orientation, Howard took the first step toward reinventing himself. He volunteered to dance on stage during an orientation event, quickly earning him a reputation as “the kid with energy,” he said. From there, Howard continued to shape his personality, shifting away from the person he was in high school. “I had to figure out what worked for me, what didn’t work
Photo courtesy of Glen Howard ALL SMILES: Glen Howard Jr., the new president of the United Black Students organization, is known for his positivity.
for me, and that’s basically how I got to the person I am today: the high-energy, loving person,” he said. Now, he’s encouraging new
students to do the same. “Put your pride aside; if you need help, ask for help,” Howard said. “You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.”
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Branching out: Arboretum’s edible plants offer fruit, education By Tre’Vaughn Howard Contributing News Writer
Whether tall trees full of coconuts or small shrubs bursting with Barbados cherries, edible fruit is yours for the picking at the University of Miami’s Coral Gables campus— if you know where to look. Located on the northwest side of campus, The John C. Gifford Arboretum is where students can study and relax surrounded by lush greenery. If they look closely, they can also find a variety of edible fruits hanging from the branches. In the past, the arboretum has housed over 40 types of edible fruit plants. Some of the fruit can be eaten raw, and others are used to add adding flavor to dishes, cure medical ailments among other uses; however, due to Hurricane Irma’s destruction in the fall of 2017, the garden lost many plants. But regardless, students still
enjoy what remains. Junior Zachary Rosenthal, who is an independent studies major at UM, has tried the Barbados cherry in the arboretum. “It’s really tangy, it tastes like bright colors if I had to put it into words,” said Rosenthal. However, despite the temptation of vibrant-colored fruits, the director of the arboretum, Stephen Pearson, advises students against constantly picking away at the plants. “This is a learning environment,” said Pearson. “I don’t want students to think they can come and have a buffet on the fruit. The arboretum is looked at as a classroom, not a cafeteria.” If visitors do not recognize a plant, they can use their phones to scan QR codes found underneath the shrubs. The code then provides a link to information about the plant, so users can ensure what they eat or touch is safe. “If you don’t recognize it,
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don’t eat it,” said Son Vo, the senior manager for environmental services. Rosenthal said he visits the arboretum frequently and finds the QR codes to be helpful. “I like learning the names,” said Rosenthal. “Convenience is everything nowadays.” Beyond the arboretum, coconut trees can be found throughout the campus. But although there are more than 500 coconut palms on campus, students are unlikely to reap the fruits of these trees. “We constantly do safety trimming which includes removing coconuts, royal palms fronds and pods and dead wood on trees,” said Vo. By cultivating a variety of plants, including edible ones, the environmental services office strives to achieve one main goal: maintaining a lush “environmentally friendly” campus.
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Judge-in-residence to facilitate legal discussions on current events By Esther Animalu Assistant News Editor
Judge Ellen Venzer, the University of Miami’s judge-inresidence, will be launching a special lecture series starting in September. The free year-long program of evening lectures is open to the entire UM community and includes expertled discussions on various legal issues in the news. “The law impacts everyone,” Venzer said. “Whether you are an undergraduate or a first-year law student, legal policies affects us all. The lecture series is an effort to engage not only students but also faculty in real discussions about our current legal system. The UM community should be encouraged to talk about where the system is going and the different outcomes that may follow.” By taking this course, Venzer said she wants the program to
help pave future career paths for curious Canes and provide an opportunity for them to launch the beginning of their professional lives. Venzer is a 1987 alumnus from the UM School of Law, receiving her law degree three years after earning an undergraduate degree in business administration. After graduating, Venzer was a practicing trial lawyer specializing in lender liability, director and officer liability and securities litigation. She has presided over felony criminal circuit court cases since 2004, when then-governor Jeb Bush appointed her to the position. Currently, Venzer teaches undergraduate and law school classes focusing on criminal justice, sentencing and children’s law. “I have had many UM students over the years who have sat on the bench with me and they have told me that it is a very
moving experience,” Venzer said. “To be able to bring the law of our land into this program will hopefully educate and inspire others about the functionality of our legal system.” Building upon Venzer’s long history of teaching and mentorship, she and several interns designed the judgein-residence program to be broken down into two main parts: Dinner & Dialogues Lecture Series and a one-on-one discussion. The Dinner & Dialogues Lecture Series part will host a catalogue of expert speakers to give presentations and facilitate discussion amongst students. Afterwards, students are able to have dinner with each speaker and partake in more intimate discussions. Dinners will be held in the residences of UM residential faculty, and 20-50 students are expected to attend each meeting.
“One of many speakers that I am planning on speaking in the lecture series is the head of the ACLU,” Venzer said. “I want the community to know that this series is an informal discussion, I want people to feel comfortable to share their perspectives on any issue. I want both students and faculty members to have the opportunity to ask questions that they would normally not be able to ask.” In the second part of each event, students will have an individualized session with Venzer in which they ask questions and discuss any topic. “I think sometimes judges and other leaders are not as accessible, the second part of the course really encourages students to have their voices heard and ask questions to a professional directly in the field,” Venzer said. From navigating law school applications or reflecting on
current events, students are given free range during this personalized session. “It’s important to get students to have one-on-one conversations because that’s really where the learning happens. Students need to engage in dialogue rather than just being lectured to,” Venzer said. This component of the series pays homage to the original judge-in-residential structure, which consisted of Judge Venzer and a handful of curious students gathered together in Richter Library. “It’s important that students understand that judges are people just like everyone else,” Venzer said. “They have families, they have lives, they have likes and dislikes. I think it’s really important for the purposes of this lecture to break down that formal barrier so we can reach the heart of the discussion.”
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Start off your semester right In true Florida fashion, it’s still 100 degrees outside, but summer is over and most of us have made our way to campus through the seemingly endless stream of traffic on U.S. 1. As usual, campus is bursting with many new faces, whether it be transfer students or the class of 2023. To them, we say welcome to the Canes family and we sincerely hope that you enjoy your stay. For returning students, welcome back! Many of us are already dreading the long semester ahead of us. Those 8 a.m. classes or hours-long lectures might be all over your schedule, but trust that you got this. We have an opportunity to make this semester and year even better than the last (or if you’re new, a great first semester and year) and there are several ways you can do that. We should not underestimate the power of our mind. Some of us have already told ourselves that this semester will be different, and that is the first step. Acknowledging that things need to be different or pointing out things that didn’t work for you is powerful. Maybe last semester you didn’t make the dean’s list or in high school, you had bad study habits. Manifesting changes that you want to see definitely helps you start the semester strong. After all, our voice is the one we listen to the most. We are still in syllabus week, so it goes without saying: Read your syllabus.
And not just a quick glance either; read over it thoroughly. You might still be catching up with old friends or making new ones, but don’t let this week go by without devoting some attention to
your new syllabi. It’s one of the most efficient ways to get yourself settled into class and start planning for upcoming assignments. As college students, we are often plagued with
“We should not underestimate the power of our mind. Some of us have already told ourselves that this semester will be different, and that’s the first step.”
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forgetting the responsibilities we have, which is why we urge everyone to schedule and organize, and then schedule and organize a little bit more. After the first week of classes, the pace of academic life speeds up and it’s almost too easy to fall behind. Be proactive by writing things down on sticky notes, a planner, the Notes app on your iPhone or whatever stationery that works for you. You will not only find that you will actually remember to do your homework but you’ll even have time to make a spontaneous trip with your friends to the Grove on a weekday. Make this semester great by getting involved. Administration, advisors and even professors bombard us with the claim that joining clubs and organizations will enrich our campus life and we always absentmindedly agree. But, it is true. Joining a community can make the time you spend on campus 10 times better. UM has so many clubs that could suit your interest, and they are all open for participation. If you love to dance, we have several dance groups such as Kaos or Hurricane Bhangra. If you’re more like us and love to write, UM has several student publications such as Distraction magazine, Scientifica magazine, the Ibis yearbook and us, The Miami Hurricane. Do whatever you can to start off fresh. Have a good time and a great year.
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Why ‘Hot girl summer’ is more than a just hashtag If you’re an avid social media user, like 90 percent of University of Miami students, you’re more than likely By Alena Wiliams s t u m b l e d upon the “Hot Columnist Girl Summer” h a s h t a g . However, it’s more than just a hashtag. It’s become a movement— one that celebrates body positivity, confidence, diversity and sexual liberation. The “OG Hot Girl,” Meg Thee Stallion, stole the attention of millions of young women everywhere through her boasty rap lyrics and upbeat personality.
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As is the tradition at UM, in pre paration for the Fall s e m e s t e r, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many of the newest By Julio Frenk members of UM President our Canes family. During kick-off events, we welcomed more than 2,800 new students to the University of Miami. I have also met many of our new faculty—world-renowned scholars whose passion for their fields is palpable. The quality of
The now-iconic 5’10 rapper, who hails from Houston, sparked a wave of confidence in women, especially throughout the black community. Those who felt like they didn’t meet the typical beauty standards of being under a certain height with Eurocentric features felt more open to being themselves now that there was someone like Meg Thee Stallion representing them. “Being a Hot Girl is about being unapologetically YOU, having fun, being confident, living YOUR truth, being the life of the party, etc,” Meg Thee Stallion wrote via Twitter. All summer, the mantra “real hot girl s**t,” echoed throughout various social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and
Snapchat. The viral movement not only focuses on women but encourages men and non-binary people to participate as well. The hashtag sparked newfound confidence in all different kinds of people around the country. People shared their weight-loss journeys, boasted about travel, posted contagious dancing videos and lived their best lives this summer, all while sharing their experiences on social media, accompanied by the hashtag, #HotGirlSummer. Even celebrities such as Ciara Wilson, Jordyn Woods and Jada Pinkett-Smith have joined the rapper in spreading the positivity of the “Hot Girl Summer” hashtag. “It’s just basically about women— and men— just being
unapologetically them, just having a good-ass time, hyping up your friends, doing you, not giving a damn about what nobody got to say about it,” Meg explained in an interview with The Root. Hot Girl Summer has even made its way to multi-million dollar companies such as Maybelline and ASOS, using the catchphrase to promote their products and for their social media branding purposes. However, because the phrase was spontaneously created during a social media post, it wasn’t legally classified as the rapper’s own. Therefore, the companies who used her phrase weren’t obligated to pay her for the use of her words. Luckily, Meg Thee Stallion is now in
the process of trademarking “Hot Girl Summer,” which will also allow her to create her own merchandise for her millions of fans. Therefore, Meg will finally get her (rightfully owned) coin. On Aug. 9, she also blessed her fans with the release of the song, “Hot Girl Summer” featuring Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign. The song has already amassed over millions of plays and is currently charting at numbder three on iTunes. Although summer is coming to an end, the “Hot Girl Summer” movement has proved that it will not be dying out anytime soon— just changing seasons. Alena Williams is a sophomore majoring in journalism.
The U welcomes a growing community our faculty and staff is part of what attracts our students. I shared with our trustees and the entire UM community this week how pleased I am that, as I begin my fifth year at the U, our trends in student recruitment are positive. We have become significantly more selective, and each year, more highly qualified students are ultimately deciding to make the University of Miami their home. Our new students include more than 2,200 first-year students and nearly 600 students transferring to the U. They hail from every corner of this nation— all 50 states— and include international students from 57 countries spanning all
parts of the globe. Among them are top athletes, activists, researchers, policy wonks, artists, and inventors. Many know the language of hardship and sacrifice. Many are the first in their families to attend college. As we welcome them, let us remember that each of us at the U is part of a community where we can grow, not only as individuals, but as members of teams involved in addressing tough challenges and solving big problems. Just as each of you will build on your experiences and interests during this new academic year, so too will the university continue to deploy the resources at our disposal to
improve your experience and contribute to the world around us. For instance, we will provide opportunities for students to develop expertise in particular subjects, along with the life-long skills that are key to achieving professional and personal goals. We call this the “Cane Commitment” and it is one of the strategies we are pursuing as we advance on the Roadmap to Our New Century— the plan guiding us as we approach our 100th birthday in 2025. On September 12, I hope you will join us as we gather for our second annual State of the U Town Hall, where we will take a closer look at where we are
on accomplishing our collective aspirations. The ability to look both inward to the ways we are developing and outward to how the world needs us to use our talents is one of the hallmarks of the University of Miami experience. Insight and commitment require determination and drive. As a new academic year gets underway, I encourage you to look beyond daily to-do lists. Let us be mindful of the context in which we go about our lives. The energy, insight, and determination we bring to bear on the big and small tasks before us will not only propel us toward our greatest aspirations but inspire others to strive for theirs.
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FREE APPS TO HELP YOU STAY ORGANIZED Being a college student can be overwhelming, exhausting and sometimes, even messy. With club meetings, study groups, social obligations, course work and so much more, keeping mental notes just doesn’t do the job. It’s easy to be forgetful amidst the chaos of university life. However, our generation is lucky enough to have technology on our side. Thanks to these fresh and free apps, being a student just got easier. By Noor Khaled // Senior Writer
POCKET Let’s face it: The Internet has an overwhelming amount of information, and it’s impossible to keep track of all the digital content we consume unless you have the Pocket app. This service allows you to save articles to one centralized location and avoid losing them amid a plethora of bookmarked web pages. You can also save videos, tweets and posts from any website and access the content at any time, even offline. This level of organization is especially useful for research projects and papers.
MINT Money management is an often overlooked aspect of college life, especially if you go to school in a city as expensive as Miami. Mint is a great app that can help you stay on top of your finances from every angle. It combines information from your credit cards, debit cards, bills, checks, bank accounts and investments, holding them all in one app so that it’s easy to assess your finances wholistically. It helps you track your spending, view your credit score, analyze your net worth and create weekly budgets.
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5 tips for staying healthy in college By Jordan Lewis Edge Editor
Staying healthy is hard. Staying healthy in college is even harder. Between allnighters, seemingly unending access to junk food (late night pizza run, anyone?), and the occasional weekend alcohol binge, it is easy to forget everything our parents taught us growing up. Exercise, who? Vegetables? Don’t know her. Sleep? LOL. Then suddenly, it is November and you’re 15 pounds heavier, a lot stressed and a little depressed. Why wait until that point to start taking care of yourself ? That’s where we come in. In order to truly excel in school and in life, physical and mental health have to be priorities. A healthy body helps fight illness
while a healthy mind helps cope with stress. So, here are six easy steps— brought to you by The Miami Hurricane— to keep you looking good, but more importantly, to keep you feeling good.
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Eat Breakfast
Being a college student myself, I know how precious sleep is. After a long night of studying, it is tempting to wake up ten minutes before class and run out the door, grabbing a cup of iced coffee on the way. While it seems miniscule, resisting that temptation can go a long way. Starting every morning with a high quality breakfast gives you the energy needed for a great day, along with improving your mood, memory and concentration levels.
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Stay Active
Going to the gym can be intimidating. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to reap the benefits of exercise without long runs on the treadmill or olympic-style weightlifting. Small adjustments like taking the stairs instead of the elevator or walking to class instead of hopping on the Hurry ‘Cane shuttle can increase energy levels, improve memory and mental health, and provide much needed “me” time. If you are looking for something more strenuous, taking exercise classes or joining one of UM’s many club sports are great ways to make sure you stay interested.
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Clean Your Room
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extracurriculars, and a social life, having a clean room usually ranks pretty low on college students’ priority list. That needs to change. Aside from saving you the embarrassment when friends— or worse, your parents— come over, having a tidy room positively affects both your physical and mental health. A dirty room can be a breeding ground for disease, so dusting and taking out the trash regularly can save you a trip to the doctor. Additionally, clutter induces stress, and if there is one thing a college student does not need, it’s more stress.
4. Get Sleep
The occasional allnighter is inevitable, but do not make a habit of it. Proper sleep reduces stress and risk of depression and
The Stacks are located on floors four through nine in Richter Library. They contain individual cubicles and are completely quiet study zones best for people who want to study in absolute silence. However, during finals week, be careful because the cubicles are always busy, making it hard to find a place to study.
The patio by Campo Sano, the building that houses the political science department, is another great outdoor place to study. Since it is all the way at the end of campus, you will rarely see other students there, which is nice if you want some peace and quiet while enjoying the outdoors.
Einstein Bros is located in the University of Miami Law School but is open to all students. This is a great place to study if you like a little background noise. There are plenty of seats inside the coffee shop or right outside on the patio. And the best part is if you get a little tired, you just have to walk a few steps to get yourself a cup of coffee.
Found all around campus, the gliders are the perfect place to study, especially for people who like to spend time outside. Gliders can be found outside of the residential colleges, in front of the Rathskeller and next to the U Statue. However, beware because the gliders aren’t the quietest places to cram for your next exam.
Humans need water to survive, yet many of us still do not drink enough. Aside from the benefits of weight loss and clearer skin, drinking plenty of water keeps the digestive system working and improves brain function. As if that is not convincing enough, staying hydrated severely lowers the chances of being hungover after a night on the town. By Jaime Harn // Copy Chief
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Drink Water
Centered around Lake Osceola and filled with luscious green spaces, the UM’s Coral Gables campus is vibrant yet relaxing. There are several spaces for students to sit and study, whether it be outdoors or inside. Here are a few places to check out to see which study spot fits you best.
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improves memory, concentration and productivity— all things essential to academic and personal success. Studying all night renders itself useless if you cannot focus on the exam the next day. Plus, you cannot give your best effort at 3 a.m. on a Tuesday night. Remember, grades are important, but so is your mental wellbeing.
KORNSPAN STUDY LOUNGE The Kornspan Study Lounge is located in the Shalala Student Center and is the only 24-hour study space on campus. Most who come here are serious about studying, so it is almost always silent. If you have a big assignment coming up and want to settle down in one spot for the entire night, this is the place to go.
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Jarren Williams named Hurricanes’ starting quarterback By Josh White Senior Sports Writer
Eight months after nearly transferring out of the University of Miami, redshirt freshman Jarren Williams has been named the starting quarterback for the Hurricanes, UM announced Aug. 12. Williams beat out redshirt sophomores Tate Martell, who transferred from Ohio State this offseason, and N’Kosi Perry, who played in 11 games for the
Hurricanes last season. “All three guys showed tremendous improvement and development, which is a credit to their hard work and the work of Dan Enos and his offensive staff,” coach Manny Diaz said in a statement. “We believe we can win with all three guys, however, we feel like Jarren has the greatest upside due to his passing ability, his instincts and his determination.” Williams only played in one game last season, completing 1 of 3 passes for 17 yards, and
running twice for two yards and a touchdown in a 77-0 victory over Savannah State. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound signal-caller reportedly considered transferring last December because of his lack of playing time under former head coach Mark Richt. “It means the world,” Williams said in a statement. “This is something that I’ve always strived for growing up. It’s been my dream since I was a kid. When I was six years old, I used to sit in front of the TV and
Josh White // Senior Sports Writer DROPS BACK: Jarren Williams refines his techniques as the Hurricanes’ new starting quarterback. He beat out Tate Martell and N’Kosi Perry for the spot.
watch Michael Vick play. That’s a dream I have always had, and I’ve strived for it. Having the opportunity to lead this team is the opportunity of a lifetime, and I am going to take full advantage of it.” Williams, a former U.S. Army All-American and fourstar recruit, shined at Central Gwinnett High in Georgia, throwing for more than 3,000 yards and 28 touchdowns and only four interceptions as a senior. “I feel like I’m an elite passer,” Williams said. “I can make all the throws, even in tight windows. What a lot of people don’t know is that I can extend plays with my feet. I’m not a slow guy. I can tuck the ball and get 15 yards. I can make a guy miss, but I am a pass-first guy. I stand in the pocket and trust the pocket and get the ball to my receivers.” Diaz was not pleased with the offensive play following Saturday’s closed scrimmage. The first-year head coach said the offense received a “butt whooping” in the first half. “Very disappointed in the way that you started to see the ‘far away’ look in some guys on the offense, things we’re trying to eradicate from our program,” Diaz said. “We had a feeling the disease wasn’t fully cured.” Diaz said the production picked up in the second half and only specifically mentioned Williams among the quarterbacks. Williams fired a touchdown strike to sophomore tight end Will Mallory. Williams expressed
confidence leading into the second and final fall scrimmage that he would out battle Martell and Perry for the job. “I feel like I’m a tough guy, I have a passion, I feel like I have the intangibles to really be that guy,” he said. “I feel like I’ve been doing a good job. Of course, I have mistakes here and there, but my main thing is learning from it, going back and watching what I did wrong and fixing mistakes so I don’t make the same mistakes next time.” It remains unclear how Martell and Perry will ultimately react to the announcement or if either will choose to transfer. “As we move into preparation for the Florida game, we will continue the competition to determine who will serve as the backup quarterback,” Diaz said. Martell, who played behind Heisman Trophy finalist Dwayne Haskins at Ohio State last season, connected on 23 of 28 passes for 269 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions in six appearances. Martell was the number two ranked dual-threat quarterback in the country coming out of Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas in 2017. Perry started six games under center, rotating with Malik Rosier, who has sin ce graduated. The Ocala, Florida native threw 13 touchdowns compared to six interceptions, only completing 50.8 percent of his pass attempts. Miami opens up its season Aug. 24 against the Florida Gators at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.
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Game predictions for the Miami season opener against Florida By Anthony Kean Assitant Sports Editor
The 2019 college football season kicks off with the Hurricanes battling the Florida Gators Saturday night. Will fans see a newly designed turnover chain? If the Miami Hurricanes are going to win, fans will definitely need to see some turnovers. The return of linebackers Shaquille Quarterman, Michael Pinckney and Zach McCloud will provide leadership and experience on the defensive side of the ball. Felipe Franks returns as the quarterback for the Gators following a 2,457 passing yard season along with 24 touchdowns. With many new players on the defensive side, it is important the Canes don’t allow Franks to feel comfortable in the pocket. Defensive linemen Pat Bethel understands the difficulty of replacing starters with younger players but embraces the challenge. “What we have to do is step up, next man up. That’s how football works. You have to be able to fill in and not have a dropoff, and I feel like that’s something we can do very well,” said Bethel. Projected starting defensive tackle Nesta Silvera will not be playing due to a foot injury. Safeties Jaquan Johnson and Sheldrick Redwine, along with corners Michael Jackson Sr. and Jhavonte Dean moved on to the NFL following last season. New defensive coordinator Blake Baker will turn to corners Trajan Bandy and Al Blades to try and hold Franks to a quiet night.
With new offensive coordinator Dan Enos and quarterback Jarren Williams making his first career start, many people do not know what to expect from the offense just yet. The last time the Hurricanes took the field the offense was held to just three points in the Pinstripe Bowl against Wisconsin. Scoring three points on Saturday will not be enough to win. Williams understands the magnitude of this game and hopes his summer training pay off. “I embrace opening with that type of game, my thing is to make sure I’m prepared,” said Williams. The Hurricanes offense welcomes the return of speedy wide receiver Jeff Thomas, who rejoined the team following transfer rumors. Receiver K.J. Osborn will be making his debut in orange and green Saturday after transferring from the University of Buffalo. Osborn had seven touchdowns last season. Rushing leader Travis Homer left for the NFL, forcing the Hurricanes to turn to DeeJay Dallas and Cam’Ron Harris at running back. Saturday is a big stage, similar to a bowl game, where the Hurricanes will get a great opportunity to show the world what “The New Miami” really is all about. “It’s going to be a highly emotional night, both teams will be supremely motivated to play against each other, both teams are going to land some blows, you gotta be able to fight your way out of it,” Manny Diaz, head coach of the UM football team, said. Hurricanes legend defensive tackle Vince Wilfork will be an honorary captain for the game. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.
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The season ended. Their work continued. By Isabella Didio Sports Editor
While the Hurricanes season ended with a loss in the Starkville Regional of the NCAA Tournament, members of the team continued playing throughout the summer. Standout pitcher Chris McMahon was selected to participate in the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team
training camp after boasting a 3.72 ERA, while striking out 67 batters in 60.1 innings pitched in the 2019 season. After competing in intrasquad exhibition games with other invitees, the junior right-hander made the team’s 26-man roster. McMahon pitched in the USA vs. Cuba International Friendship series, traveled to Taiwan for the USA vs. Chinese Taipei International Friendship Series and closed out
the summer by making the final 24 man roster to compete in the USA vs Japan Collegiate AllStar Series. McMahon struck out 15 batters through 12 innings pitched and ranked second on the team with a 2.25 ERA. McMahon pitched five innings while allowing one run to earn the save against Cuba in game one of the five-game series for one of his strongest performances of the summer.
Seven Hurricanes traveled up north to play in the Cape Cod Baseball League, an NCAA sanctioned ten-team league. Sophomore catcher Adrian Del Castillo, who collected a number of postseason accolades following his season with the Canes, played for the Wareham Gatemen, where he batted .261 during the regular season and .417 during the playoffs for a combined total batting average of .273. Left-handed pitcher JP
Gates, also a Gatemen, pitched in seven games with a 2.86 ERA while striking out 20 batters. Infielder Alex Toral and pitcher Daniel Federman were both members of the Chatham Anglers. Toral appeared in 36 games and batted .188 with 17 RBIs throughout the regular season and playoffs. Federman went 1-3 with a 4.80 ERA in eight total appearances, striking out 28 over 30 innings pitched. Infielder Anthony Vilar also played in 26 games for the Anglers, where he batted .172 with seven RBIs and one homerun The Orleans Firebirds hosted junior infielder Raymond Gil and sophomore outfielder Jordan Lala. Gil ended the summer batting .212 through 20 games played, with three home runs and 10 RBIs on the season. Lala had a .212 batting average in 14 game appearances. A number of Hurricanes played in different amateur baseball leagues across the country. Jeremy Cook and Dylan Coonan played in the Alaska Baseball League, Chad Crosbie played in the California Collegiate League and Austin Pollack played in the South Florida Collegiate League. Chet Moore, Isaac Quinones and Bailey Mantilla all played in the Valley League, and Tony Jenkins and Gabe Rivera both played in the Northwoods League.
2019 Record
41-20 wins to losses 67.2%
Josh White // Senior Sports Writer MOUND MONSTER: Right-hander Chris McMahon delivers home during his freshman season. McMahon surrendered just one hit and struck out six across five scoreless innings during a game on May 18 at the Mark Light Field.
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Ditching the vibrator Dear V,
Have a question for V? Email
dearv@themiamihurricane.com.
I had the furthest thing from a hot girl summer. Most of my time was spent working an exhausting nine to five, and the only action I got was from an electronic sex toy before I would pass out for the night. What should I do to make sure that this doesn’t become a habit? How do I transform fall into the hot girl semester I deserve? Dear Reader, Well, it was just a matter of time before robots replaced real human jobs. I definitely did not have the hottest girl summer either. A vibrating birthday gift from
two of my closest friends came in clutch, even though it was intended as a joke. I already had to go to the dermatologist once this summer to ensure that a small, painful bump wasn’t herpes. I don’t think my doctor believed that the increased friction was due to a crisp pair of jean shorts. But anyway, the best way to revitalize your sex life is to ditch the vibrator. Yes, to abandon the buzzing addiction that I blame for your recent dry spell. If you continue to depend on the vibrator then your drive to find a real, breathing, consenting person will decrease. There is this daunting vision of me sitting alone in my dorm room
as a few tears stream down my face, and I listen to the undeniable, constant banging of a headboard from my neighbors as I crank one out. Don’t let that be you. Without your joystick, I am hoping that your horniness will encourage confidence in approaching others. Get in touch with your sensitive side, the one with the sweaty urge to bump and grind at the club with someone hot and new. If all else fails, at least your arms are going to get to the point where it looks like you’re in a serious relationship with the Wellness Center. Best, V
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